The Chinese Zodiac, 12 Zodiac Animals, Find Your Zodiac Sign The Chinese animal zodiac, or shengxiao (/shnng-sshyaoww/ ‘born resembling’), is a repeating cycle of 12 years, with each year being represented by an animal and its reputed attributes. Traditionally these zodiac animals were used to date the years. The 12 Animals of the Chinese Zodiac In order, the 12 animals are: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig. What Your Chinese Zodiac Animal Sign Is Your Chinese Zodiac sign is derived from your birth year, according to the Chinese lunar calendar. See the years of each animal below or use the calculator on the right to determine your own sign.

Rat: 2008, 1996, 1984, 1972, 1960 Ox: 2009, 1997, 1985, 1973, 1961 Tiger: 2010, 1998, 1986, 1974, 1962 Rabbit: 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963 Dragon: 2012, 2000, 1988, 1976, 1964 Snake: 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, 1965 Horse: 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966 Goat: 2015, 2003, 1991, 1979, 1967 Monkey: 2016

, 2004, 1992, 1980, 1968 Rooster: 2017 , 2005, 1993, 1981, 1969 Dog: 2018, 2006, 1994, 1982, 1970 Pig: 2019, 2007, 1995, 1983, 1971 Find Your Chinese Zodiac Sign Choose your date of birth and find out about your Chinese zodiac sign.

You are a: Love: Health: Those born in January and February take care: Chinese (Lunar) New Year moves between 21 January and February 20. If you were born in January or February, check whether your birth date falls before or after Chinese New Year to know what your Chinese zodiac year is. Chinese Zodiac Love Compatibility — Is He/She Right for You? People born in a certain animal year are believed to have attributes of that animal, which could either help or hinder a relationship. An important use of Chinese Zodiac is to determine if two people are compatible, in a romantic relationship or any kind of relationship. In ancient times people were faithful to Chinese Zodiac compatibility and often referred to it before a romantic relationship began. Even nowadays some people still refer to it. Take our online test on the right and find how suitable you and your partner are. See our Chinese Zodiac Love Compatibility Charts Chinese Zodiac Love Compatibility Test Is she/he compatible with you? Take the test and see... Boy's Name: Date of Birth: It’s BAD LUCK When Your Zodiac Year Comes Around!

As the Chinese zodiac recurs every 12 years, your animal year will come around when you are 12, 24, 36, 48, 60, 72, etc. According to ancient Chinese superstition, in your birth sign year, he will offend the God of Age, and will have bad luck during that year. The best way to avoid bad luck during this year is by wearing something red given by an elder (relative), such as socks, a neck cord, underwear, a waistband, a bracelet, or an anklet. Read more on How to be Lucky in Your Zodiac Year . Chinese Zodiac Years Have Two Different Starts! There are two dates a Chinese zodiac year could be said to start on, and neither is January 1! China traditionally uses two calendars: the solar calendar and the lunar calendar. The traditional solar calendar has 24 fifteen-day solar terms, and the first, called ‘Start of Spring’, falls on February 4 (or 5). The lunar calendar has 12 or 13 months and starts on Chinese New Year, which is somewhere in the period January 21 to February 20.

Most Chinese people use lunar New Year as the start of the zodiac year. But for fortune telling and astrology, people believe ‘Start of Spring’ is the beginning of the zodiac year. Chinese Zodiac Origins — Why 12 Animals The 12 animals were chosen deliberately, after many revisions. The zodiac animals are either closely related to ancient Chinese people’s daily lives, or have lucky meanings. The ox, horse, goat, rooster, pig, and dog are six of the main domestic animals raised by Chinese people. The other six animals: rat, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, and monkey are all loved by the Chinese people. Why the 12 Zodiac Animals Are in That Order The 12 Chinese Zodiac animals are in a fixed order according to Chinese Yin and Yang Theory and perceived attributes. The yin or the yang of the animals is defined based on the odd or even number of their claws (or toes, hoofs). The animals are then arranged in an alternating (complementary) yin-yang sequence. Usually an animal has is the same number of claws on its front and rear legs. However the rat has four toes on its fore legs and five on its hind legs.

As the old saying goes, “a thing is valued in proportion to its rarity”, so the Rat ranks first of the 12 zodiac animals. It uniquely combines the attributes of odd (yang) and even (yin). 4+5=9, and yang is dominant, so the Rat is classified as odd (yang) overall. Zodiac Animal Amiability without fidelity leads to immorality. Chinese Zodiac Hours — Each Hour is Associated with a Zodiac Animal Chinese zodiac hours It is widely known that each year is associated with a Chinese zodiac animal, but in Chinese culture the 12 zodiac animals are also associated with hours of a day. In ancient times, in order to tell the time, people divided a day into twelve 2-hour periods, and designated an animal to represent each period, according to each animal’s “special time”. According to Chinese astrology, though not popularly used, a person’s personality and life is more decided by his/her birth hour than year. The zodiac hour is widely used for character and destiny analysis.

Rat Chinese Astrology 2016 Horoscopes: The Year of the Monkey | Cafe Astrology .com Chinese Astrology 2016 Horoscopes: The Year of the Monkey Chinese Astrology: 2016 Horoscopes Year of the Monkey Eastern Astrology: The Chinese Lunar New Year and Calendar 2016 is the Year of the Monkey (Fire Monkey) – from February 4th. The Chinese Lunar New Year occurs every year on the New Moon of the first lunar month, which is the second New Moon after the Winter Solstice. The exact date can fall anywhere between late January and the middle of February. A complete cycle of the Chinese lunar calendar takes 60 years and comprises five cycles of 12 years–12 animal signs and 5 elements. The Chinese Lunar New Year differs to that of the Roman New Year because the Chinese calendar is based on the phases of the moon, whereas the Gregorian calendar, on which the Roman New Year is based, is an arithmetic calendar. Each of the 12 years of the Chinese lunar calendar is named after an animal.

These are: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Legend has it that Buddha summoned all the animals to come to see him before he departed earth. Only 12 came so he rewarded those 12 by naming a year in the Chinese lunar calendar after them, in the order they arrived to see him. As with western astrology where it’s believed that the Sun’s position at the time of an individual’s birth determines certain personality traits that a person will possess, it’s thought that each animal represented in the Chinese lunar calendar bestows certain characteristics on individuals who are born during the year that particular animal “rules.” In 2015, Chinese New Year fell on February 18/19, but the year of the Goat ran from February 4th, 2015 forward. In 2016, Chinese New Year falls on February 8th, but the Year of the Monkey runs from February 4th, 2016 forward. The Monkey is the ninth sign of the Chinese Zodiac. The Monkey is clever, versatile, a trickster, and popular.

The Monkey year favors making changes and adjustments, stepping up to the plate, building, creating, and innovating. Problem areas can be deceptiveness, fickleness, and difficulties controlling our passions. It’s a fast-paced year that can be temperamental at times. The Year of the Monkey 2016 is a Yang Fire year, and it’s a year for pursuing our interests, grabbing opportunities, and taking calculated risks. The year favors those who are self-motivated and who quickly bounce back from setbacks. {Note that the sequence of years runs as follows: Yang Wood, Yin Wood, Yang Fire, Yin Fire, Yang Earth, Yin Earth, Yang Metal, Yin Metal, Yang Water, Yin Water.} Caution and moderation were advised in 2009, the Year of the Ox, flexibility and the ability to deal with change were considered essential qualities in 2010, the ability to make compromises and to negotiate were important in 2011, adventurousness and boldness were favored in 2012, 2013 favored inner development and renewal/recycling, 2014 favored quick decisions and a quick pace, and 2015 favored healing and supporting.

The Monkey is the ninth sign of the Chinese zodiac, and 2016 is a 9 year in Numerology, so that the symbolism of this number is powerful. The last Monkey year was 2004 (12 year cycle). The last Fire Monkey year was 1956 (60 year cycle). Events occurring this year can bear some similarities to these years in history. In terms of how each Chinese Zodiac sign will fare in the Year of the Monkey, a major consideration is how compatible your sign is with the Monkey sign: Monkeys are most compatible with Rat and Dragon (the Dragon, Rat, and Monkey form a harmonious triangle of affinity – all three signs are Water), and these are the signs that are expected to fare the best in 2016 generally speaking. Monkey is Metal, like Rooster and Dog, and this helps boost the year’s fortune for both animals. Monkeys are most incompatible with Tiger (their opposite sign) and to a lesser degree with Pig, and these are the signs that are expected to find 2016 the most challenging, for the most part. Another important consideration is your Element. The year 2016 is a Yang Fire year.

Fire creates Earth, and Wood creates Fire. Water destroys Fire, and Fire destroys Metal. As such, Fire is in good shape with Earth and Wood, and is in difficult relationship with Water and Metal. Fire is friendly or compatible with Earth and Wood. Metal and Water are incompatible with (destructive/hostile to) Fire. Yang Fire is attracted to Yin Metal, so relationships can be very good for Yin Metal people in 2016. (The Rooster is naturally Yin Metal). While 2016 is a yang Fire year, Monkey is naturally a Metal sign. 2016 is a yang Fire year, and since Horse is naturally yang Fire, which helps boost the year’s general fortune for Horse. There is Enmity between Yang Water and Yang Fire, so that the Monkey, which is naturally yang Metal may have some ups and downs in 2016. Monkeys are traditionally not especially favored in their own year. Love & Relationships in the Year of the Monkey: In the Year of the Monkey, focus is on moving forward confidently and boldly in our relationships. 2016 is a Fire year. The Fire element is confident, bold, and decisive.

Generally speaking, this is a time for taking action, movement, confidence, and innovation. There may be quick break-ups and quick hook-ups. This can be a disruptive year for some long-term, monogamous relationships. Don’t know your Chinese Zodiac Sign and/or Element? Find out here: Understanding Chinese Astrology: Introduction Please note that the year of your birth is not the only factor involved in your Chinese horoscope for any given year. Your month, day, and hour also have associated elements and animals. As such, the following are generalizations based on your year of birth alone. However, if you know your Month, Day, and Hour animals, then you can also to some extent apply the following interpretations to them. The following are descriptions of the positive and negative personality traits of the Chinese zodiac signs, with a brief forecast or horoscope for 2015: Rat (1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020) Positive: Influential, sociable, imaginative, and charismatic.

Rat people will always stay loyal to their friends. Negative: Power-hungry, gossiping, indiscreet, and meddling. These individuals don’t always plan for the future. The Rat is Yang Water. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Rat: Overall luck in 2015 is better than in 2014. However, money and relationships may be challenging at times. It’s important to be very moderate with money – keep a closer eye on it (this is not typically natural for you, but will do you much good this year). In love, attraction is not a problem at all – Rats are coming across with personal magnetism – but there can be ups and downs in relationships themselves. They should watch that they are not misinterpreted or taken advantage of in love relationships. Health requires some attention. Rats will need to be especially careful finding a balance between work and rest in 2015. Money matters should be good, but spending can be a problem. Rats should avoid taking risks with money again this year. When it comes to career, it is important to work hard and to be tactful with others.

Socially, difficulties arise due to what is called a “hurting” or “harm” relationship between the Rat and Goat, and the best way to handle this is to approach relationships as honestly as possible. Rat’s fixed element is Water, and there is no Water in the 2015 Sheep/Goat year, suggesting that the Rat is at their best supporting and nurturing others this year. Ox (1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021) Positive: Diligent, stable, and possesses a strong sense of purpose. These people build long-lasting friendships. Negative: Stubborn. Ox people aren’t often flexible. The Ox is yin Earth. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Ox: The Ox and Goat/Sheep have a clashing relationship. This suggests that of all signs, the Ox is the least likely to prosper in 2015. Even so, they are not expected to do poorly.

It is most important to avoid messy relationships and argumentative people. It is also vital that the Ox look for areas they need to change and take it upon themselves to make those changes and improvements. Otherwise, change may seem forced upon them. Money is not expected to come in strongly, so the Ox is better off working hard for their money and watching spending. In business, it will be important not to take big risks or to push things too hard this year. Because of some money worries, the need to work harder, some social concerns, and the Ox’s natural resistance to change, health may not be as strong in 2015. This is an excellent year for ridding themselves of bad habits and paying extra attention to the mind-body connection when it comes to health. Tiger (1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022) Positive: Brave, strong, charismatic, and benevolent. Tigers are risk-takers and true adventurers. Negative: Impetuous and hot-headed.

These people aren’t good at taking orders from others. The Tiger is Yang Wood. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Tiger: 2015 should be a strong year for money and resources for the Tiger. Even though there can be some loss, more money is likely to come in. It’s also a very good period for relationships with friends, siblings, and co-workers or relatives from approximately the same generation – in other words, with peers. Love is mostly strong this year, and opportunities tend to come through social events, networking, and friends. Energetically speaking, since Tiger’s fixed element is Wood and 2015 is a Wood year, this should be a fairly good year. However, this same energy can lead to over-confidence and arrogance which could trip the Tiger up – these things should be watched for and behavior modified. Career is likely to be status quo in the Year of the Sheep, and there can be some additional pressures involved. Health should be average or status quo.

Rabbit (1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011) Positive: Tactful, intelligent, caring, considerate, and virtuous. Rabbit people don’t like conflict. Negative: Pedantic and secretive. These people can appear a little cold and distant at times. The Rabbit is Yin Wood. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Rabbit: Rabbits should do especially well in the Year of the Goat/Sheep. Energetically, the Rabbit is very much in tune with the year, being naturally Yin Wood and because 2015 is a Yin Wood year. Additionally, Rabbit gets along well with Sheep. This is a good year for turning around difficult or problematic situations. Education should prosper. It’s a strong year for learning, solving problems, and gaining recognition for intelligence. Socially, peers are supportive, and the Rabbit readily helps and supports others. People in authority, such as parents and bosses, are also looking favorably upon the Rabbit this year.

Even so, career opportunities may not be abundant. Rabbits will need to rely on their people skills to help boost their career. The Rabbit’s particular skills and intelligence can be in demand this year. Love should be strong. Existing relationships can be healed, boosted, and strengthened. Dragon (1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024) Positive: Successful, proud, lucky, and enthusiastic. Dragons are determined people and able to inspire others. Negative: Rigid and easily infatuated. Dragon people don’t like routine. The Dragon is Yang Wood. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Dragon: This year of the Goat brings strength and activity to the Dragon’s career. While they have many opportunities here, there are also pressures to perform. The year is also strong for relationships with peers, and employing their help in weak areas may be the key to success. Even though the Dragon will be working harder, income may not be increasing.

It’s not expected to be a difficult year with money, but not necessarily a prosperous one. In love, Dragons can improve existing relationships and find a rather easy time meeting others. They may need to tone down drama, which is not as favored in a Goat year. Making peace with others is rewarding. Attraction is strong, but building love relationships with new people may not be as easy. People skills are good this year, so that businesses that improve with strong people skills can thrive. The Dragon should make a conscious effort to pay attention to fitness goals. Snake (1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013) Positive: Intuitive, wise, perceptive, and compassionate. Snakes prefer the finer things in life. Negative: Lazy and extravagant. These people may have a problem with depending on others. The Snake is Yin Fire. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Snake: People help and support the Snake this year.

When it comes to work, there can be increased recognition in 2015, but money may be status quo so that this recognition may not quite translate to increased income (for now). Love relationships should be fair this year – nothing particularly special, but the Snake can solidify and strengthen relationships already in place. Attractions can be plenty, but not necessarily leading to something big. The Snake’s reputation should be good, and even better if the Snake plays a supportive role to others. It’s an important time to help out others, which will be rewarding. There is good energy for Snakes who are studying – people are recognizing their intelligence and valuable input. Health needs watching, as minor problems can need attention from time to time this year. Horse (1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026) Positive: Popular, engaging, refined, and persuasive. Horse people are hardworking and independent. Negative: Selfish and unscrupulous.

These individuals may be rebellious and shun the advice of others. The Horse is Yang Fire. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Horse: The Year of the Goat is expected to be good for the Horse. Career is likely to be status quo. This is good in that there is very little pressure to perform for Horse workers, and since relationships with peers for the Horse in 2015 are expected to be strong, there should be nice interactions with co-workers. However, for Horse bosses and managers, there may not be much progress. Money is not especially strong, making it important that the Horse control spending. With work, relationships with supportive others can make all the difference. The Horse can get special help from friends, siblings, and acquaintances. Love is expected to be strong. Passions run high, and the Horse will have many admirers. Partnered Horses may need to pay special attention to keeping the relationship fun and alive. Single Horses are likely to enjoy nice opportunities to partner up.

Goat (or Sheep or Ram) (1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015) Positive: Sensitive, imaginative, and well-mannered. Goats are peace lovers who don’t like disagreements. Negative: Pessimistic and tardy. These people can let others take advantage of them too easily. The Goat is Yin Fire. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Goat: This is a year of new beginnings for the Goat – it’s the start of a new twelve-year cycle. The choices Goats make this year will be defining ones for years to come. Nevertheless, please keep in mind that the Goat is not expected to fare especially well in Goat years. It’s not a time for really standing out and thriving as one might imagine. The best way to handle this is to be humble, keep a low profile, and make sure expectations are reasonable. In fact, doing so can actually help you find yourself, get more rest, and enjoy life with a little less pressure.

There may be competition in business, but generally good prospects. Watch money, particularly when it comes to lending it out. Health and wellness need special attention in 2015, and more care should be exercised to stay safe and avoid accidents. Medical check-ups shouldn’t be missed. Family relationships are expected to be good, and while career is not expected to be a big headline this year, steady progress is possible. In fact, the Goat may decide to spend more time off work and/or with family this year, and sometimes circumstances are such that this happens, such as due to illness. The good news is that energy is generally good this year, and recovery from minor illness should be quicker than usual. There can be competition in the Goat/Sheep’s love life. Generally speaking, social life is expected to be average or slightly above average in 2015. Monkey (1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016) Positive: Very inquisitive, curious, and witty with leadership qualities. Monkeys are popular people.

Negative: Deceitful and self-absorbed. These individuals can be childish and drawn to mischief. The Monkey is Yang Metal. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Monkey: Monkeys should have a very good, stable year overall. People in authority, including teachers, bosses, and parents, are looking on them favorably and are in Monkey’s corner in 2015. Monkeys can make very important, helpful connections this year. Their reputation improves, and career opportunities are good. Love is strong both for partnered and single Monkeys. Opportunities are everywhere, and the only real caution is that if the Monkey is already with someone, they should watch for a roving eye. This is a strong year for making money, advancing in career, and general popularity. Potential issues (minor ones) have to do with health, as the Monkey is a little vulnerable to minor health problems or accidents, and potential loss of valuables, making it important to safeguard personal possessions. Money can come in, but it’s up to the Monkey to hold on to it. 2016 will be the Year of the Monkey.

Rooster (1909, 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017) Positive: Enthusiastic, dignified, and resilient. Roosters are well-organized and good time-keepers. Negative: Bossy and pedantic. These people are often a little too outspoken and hate being criticized. The Rooster is Yin Metal. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Rooster: This is not an especially significant year for energy flow or luck. The Rooster should enjoy moderate success in their careers, although they may need to brush up on their skills. People in authority, such as parents, bosses, and teachers, tend to look on them favorably in the Year of the Goat. However, their reputations may not improve and they may not be getting extra attention or recognition for their work. Money, however, should improve. Generally speaking, this is not a time for major changes or expansions in business. Love relationships are likely to be status quo – no significant changes are expected generally speaking.

Socially, 2015 is expected to be rather quiet. It would be a good idea for Roosters/Chickens to strengthen and maintain existing relationships, and to avoid major arguments or troubles. Health should be fine if the Rooster takes part in regular exercise and taking in sunlight, which can help improve the mental outlook, which can sometimes be on the negative side. Dog (1910, 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018) Positive: Intelligent, loyal, fair, and constant. Dogs are always willing to listen to others’ problems, and to fight for a good cause. Negative: Cynical, worried, and tactless. These people don’t always forgive easily, especially those who cross them. The Dog is Yang Metal. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Dog: Dogs are expected to be working hard in the Year of the Goat/Sheep. They may need to work harder than usual, and not necessarily make more money in the process.

However, money is generally quite fine. Dogs shouldn’t be wanting this year. The Dog should cultivate stronger relationships with co-workers and friends in order to improve their careers. Generally speaking, it’s better to avoid major changes or business expansion in 2015. Dogs should build on what they have. Females and female-related businesses tend to fare better. Love relationships are expected to be fair or status quo. There isn’t anything significant happening in this area of life for the Dog. As such, the focus should be on strengthening what they have and not trying to push things in love. At times, the Dog’s emotional life is a bit rocky. The Dog may be moodier than usual, possibly because of the additional pressure of work. The same goes for health – Dogs should avoid neglecting their health routines as they can be busy in 2015, and may not feel they have the time for regular exercise or check-ups. Pig (1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007) Positive: Gallant, kind-hearted, and sincere.

Pigs rarely lose their temper and always try to avoid arguing. Negative: Materialistic and pig-headed. These individuals have a problem saying “no” — to people, and to food! The Pig is Yin Metal. Chinese Astrology Horoscope 2015 for the Pig: The Pig is expected to have a generally good year in 2015. Learning and communications are especially favored, making it a strong year for students and those Pigs who are updating their work skills. Work and career should be more enjoyable in the Year of the Goat/Sheep. However, it’s important to avoid controversy and to keep everything above board. This is true also for the Pig’s social life in 2015. Money should improve moderately this year for most Pigs. Because Pigs and Sheep get along well, love is expected to fare well for Pigs in 2015. Even so, there isn’t any additional boost coming their way when it comes to love besides the basic attraction factor. As such, it’s best to develop relationships patiently rather than try to push things to advance. See also: Understanding Chinese Astrology: Introduction and Chinese Astrology: More than the Twelve Animals .

If you don’t know your Chinese zodiac animal or element, both of these articles will help you to determine it. Try our Love Oracle , which is based on fortune telling with playing cards. Happy Chinese New Year: 2016 Animal Horoscopes. | elephant journal Happy Chinese New Year: 2016 Animal Horoscopes. Read about the coming Year of the Monkey: “ Cheerful Eastern New Year! “ Happy Chinese New Year! 新年快樂 Gong Xi Fa Cai is Mandarin for Happy New Year. Gong Hey Fat Choy is the Cantonese translation. The Chinese New Year , also known as the Spring Festival, is determined by the lunar Chinese calendar, which is why the date changes every year. This year the Chinese New Year begins on February 8, 2016. Every Chinese New Year is characterized by one of the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac and 2016 is the year of the Red Monkey , the ninth animal in the cycle. The monkey is intelligent, smart, wise, curious, energetic, impulsive, inventive, hyperactive, cheeky, strong-minded and vigilant. Red monkeys are problem solvers and work well within group environments, while retaining their individuality.

The monkey (like all things) has a shadow side, which can bring out infidelity and trust issues. Forecast for 2016 depending on your year of birth: The years below are a guide. If you were born in January or February, your animal may be different, as the Chinese New Year can take place anywhere between January 21 and February 20. Click here to find out your sign if you are unsure. 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008 Intelligent, wise, charming, social, ambitious, stubborn, desires power Rats are going to have an amazing year relationship-wise . Those who are single will receive the opportunity to find love and those already in love may commit further with an engagement or marriage. The advice for married couples is to keep compromise in mind and don’t be tempted towards an affair. Careers are on the upturn so money is going to be flowing, although there may be a few jealousies or confrontations occurring.

1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009 Hard-working, loyal, honest, creative, determined, patient, stubborn, poor communicators Oxen will likely be lucky in love this year, as they have a romantic lucky star in their forecast. Last year wasn’t a great year for Oxens, so they are advised to work hard to clear out any negativity and make amends for any difficulties that they were responsible for. This year will be a far better year than 2015 with plenty of personal and career luck and success predicted. This is definitely a year for dreaming big, whatever you have even considering, it is time to go for it! The lucky star in your animal sign will ensure that any misfortunate that happen will quickly be rectified, so have confidence and make a start on whatever you would like to achieve.

1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010 Friendly, charming, enthusiastic, ambitious, confident, irritable, boastful Tigers are going to have an amazing year in love, finding it easy to either meet a new partner or for their current relationship to be happy and harmonious. The tiger is the Monkey’s enemy so there may be a few conflicts throughout this year. This is a year for a tremendous amount of change, just remember to be patient, control your impulses and think calmly and rationally before making big decisions. If any difficulties occur remember you can master anything you set your mind to with determination and perseverance. 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011 Kind-hearted, friendly, empathetic, sincere, intelligent, stubborn, discreet Single Rabbits will meet lots of new people and possibly even the love of their life if they are single.

Otherwise, marriage or deepening the relationship will be likely. The Rabbits are going to have the best luck out of all the animals this year, with wealth and business opportunities in abundance. Creative Rabbits will be hitting their peak lighting up a constellation of exciting events for the ones who believe in possibility. The prosperity star helps to bring money improvements, so it is a good time to invest in business. 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012 Successful, spiritual, courageous, innovative, imaginative, artistic, powerful, over-confident Dragons aren’t going to be having the best year for finding a new romance. They are going to have a very lucky year and will receive an unbelievable amount of positive indications. The Monkey’s wisdom influences the Dragon, so it is a year to take inspiration from this characteristic. With optimism and perseverance they will get through any difficulties. The victory star will be affecting Dragons, bringing luck to all aspects of their life.

1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013 Wise, sympathetic, organized, elegant, attractive, discreet, lazy, vain Those in long-term relationships may be receiving a proposal for marriage and those who are single are advised not to be too fickle with new romances. Snakes are going to have some amazing luck and fortune this year, although they have to be aware of money issues, other than that the outlook is for a very good year ahead. The victory star brings an extra addition of luck to all areas of the Snake’s life. 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014 Clever, energetic, strong, popular, ambitious, arrogant, over-confident This isn’t the luckiest year for Horses when it comes to romance.

Singles may only find short-term relationships and those who are in long-term ones should try to be more understanding and supportive. The heaven luck star will be guiding Horses towards making positive decisions, especially where their career is concerned. This year it is time to get out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself. Keep your energy levels high and always remain aware and alert so that no unexpected problems catch you off guard. This year is the one that you can start to think about major life changes and if you are prepared to put in the hard work you will easily achieve whatever you set your heart on. 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015 Polite, calm, compassionate, imaginative, intuitive, sensitive, determined, pessimistic This is a good year for Sheep in the love department as long as they don’t worry too much and they aren’t too over-sensitive. There may be marriage, renewal of vows or even a new baby on the horizon. Those who are single will find it easy to attract potential love interests.

The wealth star shining on Sheep will bring wealth, not just in financial areas, but also highlighting romance, health and careers. A great year for taking up the artistic or spiritual pursuits they have been considering and putting off for far too long! It is also recommended that they pay extra attention to their health this year and cut out any bad habits or take up new interests that could benefit their body or mind. Keep your eye on your money this year, be wary of spending money on unnecessary purchases, or you could find yourself in difficulties. Make a budget and stick to it and don’t allow anyone to put pressure on you to overspend. 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016 Wise, intelligent, bright, charismatic, restless, lively, egotistical, arrogant Monkeys will be busy with their careers or hobbies so they may not find much time to indulge In romance, so they are advised to take time out and spend quality time with their loved ones. Single monkeys are advised to be patient.

A successful relationship is possible, but only if it is not forced and happens naturally. They have the potential for unexpected wealth and abundance, although they should be wary of becoming too greedy. However, there are a few unlucky stars , so they are advised to be cautious and rest whenever possible. This year they need to pay attention to who they can trust and put things in place to balance their lifestyle so they relax, recuperate and rest more. Whenever anything goes wrong this year, just remember to remain optimistic, keep smiling, show kindness and be sincere when making amends and any difficulties will very quickly be rectified. 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017 Kind-hearted, flexible, hard working, independent, honest, flamboyant, persuasive Roosters are going to have a good year with romance. This is the perfect year for declaring feelings and making commitments. The romance and education star will be influencing Roosters, sprinkling good fortune on love, education, travelling and self-growth.

Roosters are dreamers and this is the year to dream big, but the dreams must be kept realistic if they want to come true and be sustained. 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018 Friendly, faithful, loyal, courageous, adaptable, critical A challenging year for Dogs when it comes to love as they will be letting their emotional insecurity get in the way of commitment. Singles Dogs have a busy year ahead with personal growth and careers, so they may be better focusing away from romance and on to other interests. Couples may have miscommunications due to not paying attention to their partners or taking them for granted, this can turn small irritations into huge problems. It is advised that Dogs trust their instincts in wealth and business dealings, as it could be a challenging year. As long as they don’t let fear get in the way, with a clear head, they can successfully navigate anything that comes their way.

1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019 Happy, easy going, honest, trusting, sincere, optimistic, sociable, unrealistic, materialistic Although single Boars may receive a lot of opportunity for romance, this year doesn’t seem to be the one that they turn long-term. Long-term relationships may struggle with misunderstandings and it is advisable to keep emotions under control They are sensitive and sincere so they are ideal partners, as long as they don’t become too possessive and jealous and allow their loved ones space. It may be the year to focus on personal success, as wealth is looking stable with a lucky star shining over Boars. Overall, for all animal signs it is a great time for individual pursuits, especially for new inventions, creations and for taking a risk and being daring, rebellious and adventurous. New projects should be successful with the Monkey’s entrepreneurial and artistic influence, as long as they are rationally thought out and ruled by the head and not by emotions.

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To purchase Alex’s paperback book or ebook please click here or click here to connect with her on Facebook , or click here to join Alex’s Facebook group for empaths and highly sensitive people to connect. Chinese Zodiac Story: Tales and Legends about 12 Animal Signs Home / Chinese Culture / Zodiac / Stories Chinese Zodiac Stories There are many legends and mythology related to Chinese zodiac and there are various versions and stories popular in different regions. Why were there twelve animals in the zodiac calendar and how did the scheme order come from? Here are the most well-know stories, as an important part of Chinese zodiacal culture. Order of the Animals This is the most widespread legend about Chinese zodiac. The Jade Emperor (The Emperor in Heaven in Chinese folklore) ordered that animals would be designated as calendar signs and the twelve that arrived first would be selected. At that time, the cat and the rat were good friends and neighbors. When they heard of this news, the cat said to the rat: 'We should arrive early to sign up, but I usually get up late.' The rat then promised to awaken his friend and go together. However, on the morning when he got up, he was too excited to recall his promise, and went directly to the gathering place.

On the way, he encountered the tiger, ox, horse, and other animals that ran much faster. In order not to fall behind them, he thought up a good idea. He made the straightforward ox carry him on condition that he sang for the ox. At last, the ox and him arrived first. The ox was happy thinking that he would be the first sign of the years, but the rat had already slid in front, and became the first lucky animal of the Chinese zodiac. Meanwhile his neighbor the cat was too late so when it finally arrived, the selection was over. That's why other animals appear behind the little rat and why the cat hates the rat so much that every time they meet, the cat will chase and kill it. About this simple story, there are different editions. Some say it was the Yellow Emperor who intended to select twelve guards. It is also said that cat hope rat could get there early and sign up on behalf, but rat completely forgot it or do that intentionally. Some say the animals were request to have a swimming race, or a simple race. Elephant was said to participate in the race too, but run away finally because rat got into it trunk.

Number of Zodiac Animals’ Toes Many famous scholars in history had their own interpretations about this interesting topic. There was a scholar in the Song Dynasty (960 - 1279) called Hong Xun explained his thought based on Yin Yang Theory. Among the twelve animals - rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, rooster, dog and pig - rat, tiger, dragon, monkey and dog have five toes. Five is an odd number which is thought to be in yang side (or positive). Horse has one toe, also an odd number. Others animals have toes of even numbers which are thought to be yin, negative. Snake has no toe but its tongue has two tips in even number. Ying and yang animal signs were interlaced. There were scholars of the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644) followed and developed this idea. Why Did Rat Come in the First Place? Beside the tricks that rat played in the first story, there are other legends about its priority in those animals. In Chinese mythology about the origin of world, the universe was in dark without form like an egg before the earth and heaven was separated.

It was the rat that bit a crack and let the air in. He was the hero to start the world. That was to say the importance of him. Another saying goes along with the toes story mentioned above. His forepaws have four toes and hindpaws have five toes, with both odd and even numbers. For such a special creature among the twelve animals, rat won the first place. Legends seem to be strained interpretations because the original intention had been lost over such a long history. Chinese zodiac was related to the Yin Yang, Five Elements theories and other traditional life concepts. Thus it promoted the development of Chinese zodiacal culture. After having fun of reading these stories, we still have to know some facts: it is reliable to believe the zodiac animals started for worship of animals in old times and twelve most important animals in ancient people’s life in was selected to vividly represent the Twelve Earthly Branches (the duodecimal cycle in Chinese calendar ). Cat was absent in the name list because there was no cat in China very long time ago. Now, use the zodiac calculator to search for your animal sign.

Further Reading: The History of Chinese New Year The History of Chinese New Year Chinese traditions attract good fortune for the New Year It's time to celebrate Chinese New Year and its many traditions to attract happiness and good fortune for the coming year! Start celebrating with your Essential Chinese Astrology Profile , and learn how this ancient Chinese holiday came to be. Watch some Dos and Don'ts for 2016! The legend of Nian According to Chinese legend, ancient people were once terrorized by a beast called the Nian -- a ferocious, man-eating monster. The beast came out every 12 months to prey on humans, until an old man tricked it into disappearing. The brute's departure was a cause for celebration, and so it became the Chinese New Year. The Chinese New Year is celebrated on the second New Moon after the Winter Solstice, which usually falls somewhere between January 21 and February 20. If you live in a city that has a Chinatown, you've no doubt seen the red and gold decorations, fireworks and parades. It was believed that the Nian was sensitive to loud noise and the color red, so both are used liberally to commemorate the occasion.

Gold, not surprisingly, symbolizes wealth, and it is said to bring prosperity in the New Year. Chinese zodiac signs Each New Year is ruled by one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig, in that order. You can look up your Chinese Astrology animal sign here . And if you're wondering how the order came to be, there's a legend behind that, too. Buddha invited all of the animals to help him celebrate the Chinese New Year, and announced that each year would be represented by one of them. They had a race to determine who would go first. The Ox was in the lead, but the Rat jumped onto his back, jumped off at the last minute and won the big prize -- the first lunar year. The Pig, being the laziest of the bunch, came in last. People born in each year are said to carry the personality traits of that animal -- like the Western zodiac signs relate to ruling planets.

Attract good fortune for the year ahead On the days leading up to the New Year, Chinese families clean their homes, believing it will erase the previous year's bad luck and open their homes to the good. Chinese New Year's Eve is celebrated with a large family dinner containing fish and dumplings, the latter of which symbolize wealth because they are shape like gold nuggets. The Chinese New Year celebration lasts for 15 days. The first day is the big celebration, complete with firecrackers and parades. Children are given red envelopes containing money. Markets also open, and people hang paper signs on doors welcoming luck, happiness and prosperity. The days following differ based on activities and foods eaten. For example, the second day is one in which married daughters visit their parents. On the seventh day, the Chinese eat yusheng, a tossed raw fish salad. Chinese New Year celebrations aren't just limited to China. While Japan doesn't celebrate the holiday, other Asian countries do, including Vietnam, Korea, Mongolia and Nepal.

Chinese Astrology: Introduction | Cafe Astrology .com Chinese Astrology: Introduction Chinese Astrology: Introduction Understanding Chinese Astrology Chinese astrology is more complicated than many people know, but it gives a correspondingly more insightful picture of the character of a person, and of the challenging and helpful influences in a person’s life. Instead of Gods and Goddesses, the symbols used in Chinese astrology are animals, and as the Chinese New Year falls on a different day every year, you will need to check the date of the new year at the time of your birth to be certain of which animal year sign falls to you, if you were born around the beginning of the Chinese year. The Chinese New Year begins on the second New moon after the Winter Solstice. Each new year comes under the influence of an animal in the Chinese zodiac. Here is a list of these animals and the years they rule.

Rat: 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008 Ox: 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009 Tiger: 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010 Rabbit: 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011 Dragon: 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 19

76, 1988, 2000, 2012 Snake: 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013 Horse: 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014 Goat: 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015 Monkey: 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016 Rooster: 1921, 1933, 

1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017 Dog: 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018 Pig: 1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019 Those born in the year of a particular animal are influenced by the traits of that sign.

In a more detailed horoscope, the animal of the month, day, and hour of birth will also be taken into consideration. These are the characteristics of the twelve signs of the Chinese zodiac: Rat: The rat is a charmer and not slow to make the most of any favorable opportunity. Rats do well in real estate, public relations, and advertising. Rats are sociable, dealing easily with people from all backgrounds, and they certainly enjoy the good life. They have sharp wits and even sharper tongues. The Rat’s element is water and the color black. Ox (Buffalo in the Vietnamese zodiac): The strong, conservative Ox is born to lead. Oxen don’t suffer fools gladly, are slow to change their opinions and do well in military careers or other careers where leadership is required. The Ox is loyal and patient and sooner or later, will make his or her mark in life. The Ox’s element is earth, the color is golden yellow. Tiger: The tiger is a courageous and noble soul, but also highly sensitive and quick to take offence. Tigers are likely to leap in where less hot-headed animals would fear to tread, and they can be very hard to control.

They need a career where they can be boss, or strike out on their own with no one to give them orders. The tiger’s element is wood, and the color green. Rabbit (Cat in the Vietnamese zodiac): The elegant, peace-loving rabbit is the soul of tact and would never dream of deliberately hurting anyone. The rabbit would prefer a simple white lie to an outright truth which could ruin a moment or damage a friendship. Rabbits are considered very lucky and do well in careers that bring out their people skills, such as law, acting, or diplomacy. The Rabbit’s element is Wood, and the color green. Dragon: The talented, artistic Dragons are the real show-offs of the Chinese Zodiac. They are always popular and they easily influence those around them. Dragons are determined, successful, and enthusiastic. Dragons usually find successful careers in the performing or creative arts, or in politics. Their element is earth, their color gold. Snake: Snakes are the most enticing creatures in the Chinese Zodiac — they have much in common with the sign of Scorpio in western astrology. Snakes are alluring and highly intelligent, and are often found in academic or scientific careers. But their great physical attraction also makes them renowned actors and entertainers.

The Snake’s element is fire, the color is red. Horse: The hard working, confident horse puts its shoulder to even the most difficult task without complaint. Horses are justifiably proud of their elegance and strength, and while they may tend to parade their egos, they also love company and make stimulating friends. The horse does well in sports, the military and politics. The element of the horse is fire, the color red. Goat: The goat is very agile and loves to climb, but tends to worry a lot. They can be charming company, but at other times they will tend to bring their friends down by complaining and imagining the worst. Goats can find success in the caring professions, where they can worry for profit, or avoid the ulcers altogether by dropping out. The goat’s element is earth, the color yellow. Monkey: The clever, witty monkey is never short of friends. Always the life of the party, the monkey has a paw on the pulse of life and senses trends long before anyone else. So they find success in the media, advertising, and design. The monkey can also be very tricky and needs to guard against a tendency to take advantage of slower types.

The Monkey’s element is metal, and the color white. Rooster: No one crows louder than the proud rooster, but few have more to crow about. The rooster is a shrewd, sharp, confident operator, who dreams big and looks to the stars. Roosters strut proudly and so choose careers where they can show off and reach impossible goals, such as the entertainment industry, or a business idea that breaks barriers and travels world wide. The element of the rooster is metal, and the color is white. Dog: The faithful dog will always be there for family and friends. The dog takes setbacks philosophically, and find comfort in familiar, homely things. But there is a streak of adventure in the dog’s soul that will see them running with the wind on occasion. The dog will also attack when it feels a loved one is threatened, so remember the wise advice and let sleeping dogs lie. Dogs do well in professions based on caring for others, such as teaching and nursing. The dog’s element is earth, the color is yellow. Pig: The honorable and scrupulous pig is one of the easiest signs of the Chinese Zodiac to get along with.

But they are easily shocked, and also easily gulled into schemes cooked by some of the less scrupulous signs. The Pig has a creative side which should be nurtured, and will often find fulfillment, if not success, in the arts. The element of the pig is water, the color black. What element are you? The year of birth in which you were born corresponds to one of the five elements. An easy way for determining your element is to consider the last numeral in your year of birth and find your element below: 0 or 1: Metal Chinese Zodiac Signs - The 12 Animals - There are ( 2 ) comments permalink The Chinese Zodiac is divided into 12 cycles where years are represented by animals instead of months, as shown in Western Horoscopes. The Chinese Zodiac is a unique way to discover additional personality traits about you. The 12 animals that are listed below represent the rotating 12-year cycle which is the core of the Chinese Zodiac. Chances are that you have most likely heard references to a particular year referencing one of these animals such as “Year of the Pig” or “Year of the Rabbit.” Below are some of the most significant characteristics of those individuals born within the year of the listed animals.

Rat Rat (Birth Years: 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020) People born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rat are known to be charming, yet aggressive. They are known for their multi-tasking abilities and have no problem managing several projects at once. Rat people use money as their motivation to work harder, which can lead them to acquire a few greedy characteristics at times. They are constantly looking to challenges themselves and become a master of a new field that they are unfamiliar with. While Rats are extremely diligent when it comes to their work ethic, their romantic lives are not all that exciting. They make great lovers because of their loyalty and devotion, but are not known to plan romantic getaways or dinners for their partners. The Rat is most compatible with Dragon and Monkey.

Ox Ox (Birth Years: 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021) People born under the Ox are most recognized for their strong character, and bold personality. Similar to the Rat, they are motivated to work hard, but look down upon carless individuals who do not push themselves to the extent that they do. They are known for making friends that will last a lifetime, and would never think twice about betraying one of their friends or family members. The Ox is also well known for how straightforward they can be, which can be a viewed as a bad quality to some. Many mistake them for not being talkative enough, but they are the type that would rather observe a conversation before simply chiming in to share their thoughts. Oxen are most likely to get along best with Snake or Rooster.

Tiger Tiger (Birth Years: 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022) Tigers have the ability to make their presence known when they enter a room. They can be difficult to read as far as how they feel, because they cannot make up their minds very easily. Tiger people are known for their strong leadership instincts, they can easily come across as intimidating, which leads to them earning the respect of others quickly. While they adapt to change well, they prefer being in an environment that they are familiar with. People born under the Tiger place a high importance on their appearance and grooming, since they constantly seek approval from those around them. Tigers make great lovers because of their willingness to keep their partners on their toes. While they make great lovers, their wild nature may stimulate them to want to rebel and be unfaithful to their partner. Tigers are most compatible with Horse or Dog.

Rabbit Rabbit (Birth Years: 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023) Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rabbit are known for distancing themselves from others at times, due to their insecurities. They can easily be mistaken for being antisocial, but they would simply rather blend in with their friends, rather than stand out. Rabbits are not argumentative or confrontational. They tend to address issues in a calm manner in order to avoid making a scene in front of others. People born under the Rabbit should not be mistaken for pushovers; they are sincere and giving to the people closest to them. Rabbits are not influenced by others under pressure; they remain true to their standards. Rabbit people make good lovers, because of their patience and willingness to listen to others. They are creative individuals who enjoy the arts such as painting and sketching. People born under the Rabbit are mostly compatible with Goat or Pig.

Dragon Dragon (Birth Years: 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012) Dragons are known to be a powerful sign. People who are born under the dragon sign are easily admired and respected by others. At times they can be too intense which can lead to them loosing long time friends. While their personalities can be difficult to deal with, they find it enjoyable to calm others who require advice. Natural born fighters, Dragons can sometimes allow their overly high confidence to get them in trouble. Dragons thrive in careers where they can show off their creative skills. Their work ethic is strong and they are inspired by money. Dragons are passionate lovers, but are blind of their wrongdoings to their loved ones. Their partners could lose interest over a period of time because of their constant need for approval from others. Dragons are most compatible with Monkey or Rat.

Snake Snake (Birth Years: 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013) People born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Snake are seductive and charming. Snakes are recognized for their obedience and manners. They do not seek attention in a group setting, but become easily upset when they are not shown in the spotlight they wish to be shown in. A downfall in the snake’s character is that they are known liars when they are looking to get out of a situation they do not want to be involved in. Snakes are usually lucky when it comes to money, their friends and family will usually help them financially when needed. Known as masters of persuading others, people usually find it hard to ignore their presence. They can easily diagnose problems and feel a sense of accomplishment when they are recognized for their problem solving abilities. Male snakes make great lovers because of their strong sense of humor, while female snakes are successful and responsible. The highest compatibility for snakes is Rooster or Ox.

Horse Horse (Birth Years: 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014) Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Horse enjoy exploring and their independence. They are honest and enjoy holding meaningful conversations with others. Horses enjoy traveling and a change of scenery. Their family and friends may view them as drifters because of their constant need for a new environment. A weak quality that the hose holds is that they can come across as self centered; this can lead to them having a difficult time making friends. Sticking to a routine for an extended period of time can easily bore them. Horses enjoy careers where they can interact with their co-workers freely; a quiet office is not their cup of tea. They easily grasp new concepts, and are reliable when it comes to meeting deadlines. Their spontaneity keeps their partners interested in them, but they have a tendency to fall in love too quickly. The best love matches for Horses are Dog or Tiger.

Goat Goat (Birth Years: 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015) Goats are known as the most creative sign. They treat their alone time in a sacred manner and find it enjoyable to reflect and organize their thoughts. A main reason as to goats purposely seclude themselves from social events could lead back to their insecurity. Goat people are born natural dreamers, but their indecisive qualities could lead to them putting off their aspirations. Those who fall under the Goat have difficulty dealing with anxiety. They often require lots of reassurance and support from those around them. While they are highly independent, they prefer to work in a team rather than alone. Goats are not power hungry, and it is a rare occasion that they act as leaders. As lovers, Goats can be too private with their partner. They like to pick and choose with whom they get personal with, which may be why Goats are likely to only keep a handful of friends in their lives at a given time. Goat people are most compatible with Pig or Rabbit.

Monkey Monkey (Birth Years: 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016) People born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Monkey thrive on having fun and entertaining others. Known for their high energy and cheerfulness, it is hard to not want to be friends with a Monkey. Naturally, they enjoy keeping active and trying new things to keep themselves busy. They are great at solving problems within the workplace, because of their good listening abilities. Monkeys have a high chance at becoming famous or at least being well known within their community and circle of friends. A weak quality that Monkeys carry is how self centered they can be. Monkeys can be unreasonable, because of their desire to always prove others right. As lovers, they are faithful but things can become problematic if their partner is unable to keep up with their need to keep busy. Since they find it difficult to settle down, they are likely to be single for extended periods of time. The best match for a Monkey person is Rat or Dragon.

Rooster Rooster (Birth Years: 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017) Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rooster are known for their practical ways of thinking. They are not they type who seek attention and could care less about what others think of them. Their style comes across as conservative, but they are likely to spend hours in front of the mirror before leaving home. Roosters are responsible and honest with their friends, family, and co-workers. Naturally, their straightforward way of thinking could lead others to question their intelligence. Though they are simple, Roosters love to dream. Their desire to dream could leave them feeling unfulfilled with their career choice or partner. In love, Roosters like to show off their charm and wit to their partner. Rooster couples are known to be homebodies and would much rather spend a night indoors entertaining each other rather than going out to dinner. The simplistic Rooster can easily find love in Ox or Snake.

Dog Dog (Birth Years: 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018) Dog people have dog-like characteristics; they are loyal to others and faithful. People born under the Dog Chinese Zodiac sign are traditionalists and continue to practice values that they were taught by their parents. Dog people will never disobey you, and make great friends to vent about life with. They are known to be old souls who tend to take things a bit too seriously at times. When compared to other animals under the Chinese Zodiac, they are absolutely the must humanitarian. Dogs are mostly introverted when it comes to sharing their feelings with others; they only do so when they find it completely necessary. At the workplace, they are focused and complete all assignments in a timely manner; they make great supervisors and mentors. Dogs make loyal, faithful, and honest lovers. They are willing to satisfy their partner by any means necessary, and never question their interests. Dogs can find it easy to maintain a healthy relationship with Tiger or Horse.

Pig Pig (Birth Years: 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019) Many have heard the expression of “The Year of The Pig.” Those who are born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Pig hold many enlightening characteristics such as their tastefulness and patience. They are extremely thoughtful, usually putting the interests of others before their own. Pigs make lifelong companions, but can be mistaken for being gullible. They are not the person who reaches out for help from other easily, but do not hesitate when they have used all resources available to them. One weakness that Pigs have are their perfectionism, which can lead others to believe they are snobs. Pigs are responsible, but enjoy treating themselves to luxurious items when they feel that they deserve at reward. They excel in careers where they can express their natural responsibility and genuine personality. Pigs make good partners for the most part, although some may find their easygoing nature to be a bore. They are highest compatible with Rabbit or Goat.

Question: Out of all the animals in the Chinese horoscope, which comes last alphabetically?
Answer: Tiger